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Trump Felony Conviction Fuels First Couple Image Debate
Donald Trump’s felony conviction is established, but descriptions of him and Melania Trump as a “disgrace” remain political opinions. Here is what the documented record shows.
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House Tables Al Green’s Trump Impeachment Resolution in 232–147 Vote
The House voted 232–147 to table Rep. Al Green’s Trump impeachment resolution, preventing the measure from advancing. Another 47 lawmakers voted present.
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Mark Kelly Said Trump Left Americans ‘Poorer and Less Safe’ in February Statement
Mark Kelly’s criticism of Trump is documented in a February 2026 Senate statement. Here is what he said, what tariff research shows and how the administration defended its policies.
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Vance Says Deportations Would Lower Rent and Violent Crime
JD Vance says deportations would lower housing costs and violent crime. Federal housing analysis, current rental data and a Texas crime study provide context but do not establish those predicted results.
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Sanders Questions Trump Over Disputed China Arms Remark
Bernie Sanders questioned a U.S. ambassador’s account that Trump asked Xi about buying American weapons. Trump disputed the account, and the State Department said there is no offer or plan to sell arms to China.
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Does Declining to Impeach Trump Violate Congress’s Oath?
Members of Congress swear to support the Constitution. Does declining to impeach Trump automatically break that oath? A look at the House’s impeachment power, Cohen’s filing and a recent vote. Do not paste this into the article body.
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Steve Cohen’s 26 Trump Impeachment Articles: What Congress Could Examine
Rep. Steve Cohen has filed 26 articles of impeachment against President Trump. Here is what the allegations cover and what Congress would need to do before impeachment or removal. Do not paste this into the article body.
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Steve Cohen Files 26 Articles of Impeachment Against Trump
Rep. Steve Cohen has introduced 26 articles of impeachment against President Trump. An earlier, separate resolution was tabled by the House, and removal would require Senate conviction. Do not paste this into the article body.
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Mike Johnson Plans 22-State Midterm Tour as Debate Over His Leadership Grows
Speaker Mike Johnson plans a 22-state campaign tour as Republicans fight to keep the House. His legislative record and oversight of Trump are under debate, but “worst speaker” is a historical judgment.
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Natalie Portman’s January ICE Criticism: What She Said and What Polls Show
Natalie Portman strongly criticized the Trump administration and ICE at Sundance in January. Her remarks were an opinion; January and September polls provide separate snapshots of voter concerns about enforcement.